While HillV2 at Hillview Rise near Bt Timah is still a largely unexplored mall with many eateries, the newly opened Kinsa Sushi has been attracting nearby residents, the working class and personnel from MINDEF for its Japanese fare at wallet-friendly prices.

For those who find the name of this Japanese restaurant familiar, Kinsa was first established at Ang Mo Kio’s Jubilee Square (has closed AMK outlet due to leasing issues), and has become popular with those in the vicinity.

While the original outlet had a more casual family-friendly concept, the HillV2 branch’s take was to quality Japanese cuisine (with some dishes usually found at higher end restaurants) at affordable price-points.

Not exaggerating, this was one of the best beef bowl I had. The glistering slices were luxurious with their marbling, perfectly cut, tender and flavourful that would leave traces of happiness in your mouth and belly.

I also found my bowl of comfort in the Foie Gras Mizore Mushi ($6.80), reasonably priced for the ingredient it contained, and was piping hot, light but still tasty.

One unique feature of Kinsa Sushi was that they had a seasonal seafood tank near the front of the restaurant for you to pick fresh seafood items (seafood comes from various parts of Japan 3-4 times a week), and have them prepared in cooking methods of your choice.

We had an Ikashi Sashi ($35, price depending on item picked), where the fish was first sliced sashimi style, and subsequently the rest of the parts such as the bones was cooked into soup. Essentially, we had two dishes for the price of one (Kind of reminded me of Peking duck).

Other than sashimi-style, the other common style would be grilling. While this is a practice which may be found at higher end restaurants, Kinsa Sushi’s price makes it a really good deal. Freshness assured.

According to Shannon, office goers also enjoyed their Special Reverse Roll, such as the Fried Seafood Roll ($13.80), Bento Sets ($10.80 to $14.80) and Bara Chirashi Set ($14.80). (Mental note to have the Bara Chirashi the next time.)

Kinsa Sushi offered fresh sashimi and sushi, and some quality signature dishes that could differentiate this restaurant from the usual big boys. Worthy of recommendation, keep a lookout for it when you are at HillV2 or Ang Mo Kio.

I’d love to order the Ikashi Sashi. The fresh sliced sashimi looks amazing and I’m sure the bones used to make the broth would taste wonderful and refreshing. Hot (soup) + Cold (sashimi). What a glorious duo! YummY! =)

I would order Wagyu Don as it is of a premium grade at a heartland price. It is known to be tender, flavourful with excellent marbling and a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Both my girlfriend and I love beef and this is a must-have for the both of us.

I would order the Wagyu Don because I enjoy beef a lot, and that pricing for a wagyu beef bowl? Totally worth it. The picture and review for the beef bowl looks great too, I would love to be able to get to try it for myself 🙂

I really like the Ikashi Sashi and would order that. I think it's pretty cool that I can choose either sashimi or grilled (but I would definitely go for sashimi <3) and I would get the soup too! 😀 I really love soup stock and sashimi so this is definitely a to-order dish! 😀 <3 and shared on Facebook! 😀

Of course wagyu beef! Bf favourite and because of me, he doesn’t eat good beef nor goes to good wagyu beef restaurants as I can’t enjoy beef. Would love to bring him there while i enjoy the other awesome food!

Definitely the wagyu don, it seems super value for money!! Never tried foie gras so that would be interesting as well (: and the ika sashi looks v v enticing!! Definitely wanna try so many things here (((:

To be really honest, after seeing this post I had a look at the menu and saw that there were just too many items I wanted to try. From the seasonal unnamed catches… sashimi I’ve only read but never had chance to try… to the salivating $24 wagyu bowl, I know im gonna have to come here right after I cash out all my Angpaos! Hopefully i’ll get to have a 30 bucks voucher can offset some of my bill… and try even more desserts after!!

“The glistering slices were luxurious with their marbling, perfectly cut, tender and flavourful that would leave traces of happiness in your mouth and belly.” convinced me that YOU(wagyu don) are gonna be in my next #Yummybucketlist

I'd order the wagyu don because the slices of beef look stunning, cooked to perfection (I can imagine tasting them already oh god) and along with a runny egg just the way I like it, I'm sure it will be pure ecstasy, bliss and one stupendous party for my tastebuds and tummy hehe.

Hi Daniel! I'd pick Wagyu Don! I don't really consume much beef, but my bf adores succulent and tender meat. *.* We weren't able to celebrate V'day together, and now that he's back by my side, I'd love the chance to celebrate a belated one with him at Kinsa Sushi! +++his house is just a stone's throw away from HillV2 sooo pleaseee make this happen for us <3

Hi Daniel! I’d pick Wagyu Don to try ^.^ I don’t really consume much beef, but my bf adores succulent and tender meat. *.* We weren’t able to celebrate V’day together, and now that he’s back by my side, I’d love the chance to celebrate a belated one with him at Kinsa Sushi! +++his house is just a stone’s throw away from HillV2 sooo pleaseee make this happen for us ♥

HillV2 has been my to-go for meals especially since my home is just a 5 min walk away! I've been to Kinsa Sushi twice but have not tried their Wagyu Don – definitely will try it the next time I head there!